Ericsson Selected for Sprint's Network Vision Program
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
· Network Vision to enhance Sprint's customer experience while reducing
Sprint's operating costs
· Includes supply of multi-band, multi-standard Radio Access Network
based on RBS6000; comprehensive core network for voice and data; complete IP/
Microwave backhaul solution
· Expands strong partnership between Ericsson and Sprint highlighted by
Network Advantage in 2009
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced today it has been selected as a key equipment
and services provider for Sprint's Network Vision program, the next evolution of
the Sprint network. Network Vision will launch beginning in 2011.
Sprint reports that the total incremental cost of the Network Vision program
over the deployment period is between USD 4billion and USD 5billion.
The five-year contract includes Ericsson building a complete network
infrastructure solution for roughly one third of the nation's geography for
Sprint markets largely in the central and south east regions of the
country, including Atlanta, Miami, Houston, Kansas City and Dallas.
In addition, in its role managing Sprint's nationwide Network Advantage program,
Ericsson will also serve as the Prime Integrator with responsibility for
assuring the successful introduction and transition of all vendors' equipment
into Sprint's nationwide network infrastructure.
"Being selected by Sprint as a major technology supplier is a great honor and
major accomplishment for Ericsson," said Angel Ruiz, head of Ericsson's North
American operations. "We look forward to working with Sprint to help enhance
their customer experience through the Network Vision program."
"We have been very pleased with the success of our Network Advantage managed
services program in partnership with Ericsson," said Steve Elfman, president,
Network Operations & Wholesale, Sprint. "It's a natural fit for us to include
Ericsson in this important network evolution project as we prepare to deliver
the next generation of mobility for our customers."
Ericsson's end-to-end solution for Sprint's Network Vision program includes:
· Multi-band, multi-standard Radio Access Network based on RBS6000
· Comprehensive core network for voice and data
· End-to-End IP/Microwave backhaul solution with Ericsson MINI-LINK and
SmartEdge.
· Complete turnkey services with network design & optimization,
deployment/integration, training and support.
Today's contract expands Ericsson's ongoing relationship with Sprint. In 2009,
Ericsson entered into a seven-year, nationwide full scope network services
agreement covering Sprint's wireless, wireline and iDEN networks, a deal valued
at between USD 4.5 - 5 billion. This breakthrough agreement was the first
Managed Services contract in the US. Additionally, Ericsson is a major supplier
of CDMA infrastructure to Sprint's network.
Notes to editors:
Photo of Angel Ruiz, President of Ericsson North America:
www.ericsson.com/ericsson/press/photos/angel_ruiz.shtml
Sprint's press release:
www.newsroom.sprint.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=1732
Press release: Sprint gains Network Advantage: Innovative network services deal
with Ericsson delivers competitive edge
www.ericsson.com/news/1328069
Hans Vestberg, President and CEO Ericsson, comments on the deal (video):
www.ericsson.com/broadcast_room
Ericsson is the world's leading provider of technology and services to telecom
operators. Ericsson is the leader in 2G, 3G and 4G mobile technologies, and
provides support for networks with over 2 billion subscribers and has the
leading position in managed services. The company's portfolio comprises mobile
and fixed network infrastructure, telecom services, software, broadband and
multimedia solutions for operators, enterprises and the media industry. The Sony
Ericsson and ST-Ericsson joint ventures provide consumers with feature-rich
personal mobile devices.
Ericsson is advancing its vision of being the "prime driver in an all-
communicating world" through innovation, technology, and sustainable business
solutions. Working in 175 countries, more than 80,000 employees generated
revenue of SEK 206.5 billion (USD 27.1 billion) in 2009. Founded in 1876 with
the headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, Ericsson is listed on OMX NASDAQ,
Stockholm and NASDAQ New York.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT
Ericsson Corporate Public & Media Relations
Phone: +46 10 719 69 92
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Kathy Egan
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kathy.egan(at)ericsson.com
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Phone: +46 10 719 00 00
E-mail: investor.relations(at)ericsson.com
Press release in pdf:
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